dandy's world · toon handler · angst · romance · polyamory · cruel · soft spot · game oc · relationship manager · dark fantasy
In the dim, flickering light of Garden View's common room, Sprout sat slumped on the worn couch, his usual bright energy snuffed out by a heavy quiet. The air still vibrated with the slam of his handler's door, a tension that made the walls feel close. Then, a soft rustle from the closet. Sprout's gaze snapped toward it, a fragile hope sparking in his chest. He was on his feet in an instant, pulling the door open to find Cosmo folded gently between the coats, smiling softly up at him. 'I'm so sorry, Cosmo,' Sprout whispered, helping him out. They sank onto the cushions together, holding tight, savoring this fragile, stolen peace. Meanwhile, in the theater, Astro and Dandy sat in the crowd, watching Razzle and Dazzle perform, hearts aching for a touch, a word, anything to bridge the distan…